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One of the most common obstacles for a writer is the ability to come up with story ideas. Though all children, and adults for that matter, have them lodged somewhere in their brains, the trick is getting them out and on paper. So what are the best writing tips for kids to release their inner Shakespeare and develop a great plot line? Here are a few ideas to try out...
Draw on real life experiences.
One of the best writing tips for kids for finding great story ideas is to draw on rea …
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Writing Tips for Kids: How to Think of Great Story Ideas

One of the most common obstacles for a writer is the ability to come up with story ideas. Though all children, and adults for that matter, have them lodged somewhere in their brains, the trick is getting them out and on paper. So what are the best writing tips for kids to release their inner Shakespeare and develop a great plot line? Here are a few ideas to try out...
Draw on real life experiences.
One of the best writing tips for kids for finding great story ideas is to draw on rea

How to Score a 5 on the AP Statistics Exam

Getting ready to take the AP Statistics exam? Create the perfect AP Statistics study guide these helpful tips from Olympia, WA tutor Tali H...
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The three-hour AP Statistics exam consists of two sections, the 90-minute 40-question multiple-choice section and the 90-minute short answer section (which will have four to seven 10-minute open-ended questions and one 30-minute investigative task). The exam covers exploring data (describing patterns and departures from patterns), samplin

How to Make Learning Fractions Fun for Kids

When you're trying to teach children about learning fractions, making it fun for them is important. Whether you're a responsible parent helping your child with homework problems, or a math tutor looking to spice up some lesson plans, incorporating some fun and creativity when learning fractions can help bring the level of understanding up quickly.
Incorporate Games
When fun is called for, you can't argue with educational games! The two are nearly synonymous! If you can line up a few games th

Reconstructing Poetry: The Brick by Brick Approach

Are you interested in learning how to write poetry? A great exercise to try is taking an already-written piece, and deconstructing it. Below, Tucson tutor Lourdes C. explains the method...
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If you're a word crafter and you've found your words growing thin and inadequate, maybe even trite and boring, try this original constructivist approach from an applied linguistics perspective to see if you can't get the impact back into your work and cure writer's block. The method operates o

How to Become a Writer: 10 Tips to Encourage Your Child

Many children who love to read and write are often curious about how to become a writer. What are the steps involved? What are the best ways to improve your writing? Where can you find writing inspiration? How do you know which genres are best for you? Who can you turn to for writing support? Although there isn't one direct path to becoming a writer, certain tips can be incredibly helpful for children.
If your child is curious about how to become a writer, there are some simple things you can d